DAY 01 : SIEM REAP
Arrival in Siem Reap
Transfer
Sightseeing in Angkor
Visit a temple for sunset
Watch the sun set over the Cambodian countryside from the upper terraces of an ancient Angkorian temple.
Overnight : Siem Reap
Meal : x
DAY 02 : SIEM REAP
Roluos Group by e-bike (Clients who wish to book and participate in this activity will be requested to sign an Oriental Escape release form either prior to arrival or on the ground before commencing the tour)
Spend a fun day exploring the stunning Angkor scenery, ancient temples and experience local daily life by eco-friendly e-bike. After a short briefing, start up your e-bike and drive out of the town into the countryside passing by small rural villages and old temples. Take a break at an ancient reservoir and enjoy a refreshing drink. Stop for a while to explore Prei Monti, a small 9th century temple nestled among trees. As this is off the usual tourist trail you may well have the entire temple to yourselves. Continue driving through the east and southeast gates of Bakong Temple to a local open-air market. Before continue visiting the three temples that make up the Roluos Group. These are some of the earliest great temples and mark the beginning of the classical period of Khmer civilisation. They date from the late 9th century when they served as the capital of Indravarman. Bakong Temple is the largest of the three and is home to an active Buddhist monastery. Preah Ko Temple, also known as Sacred Bull, features Sanskrit inscriptions on the doorsteps of each temple. In Lolei Temple photograph the beautiful sandstone carvings in the niches and the Sanskrit inscriptions on the doorposts. After exploring the three temples return to your hotel.
Sightseeing in Angkor by tuk tuk
Visit Angkor Wat
The crown jewel of Khmer architecture, Angkor Wat is the national symbol and the highlight of any visit to Cambodia. The largest, best preserved, and most religiously significant of the Angkor temples, Angkor impresses visitors both by its sheer scale and beautifully proportioned layout, as well as the delicate artistry of its carvings. To approach the temple, first cross the vast moat, continuing along a broad causeway lined with naga balustrades. Upon entering the main structure, ascend through a series of galleries and courtyard before reaching the central sanctuary, which offers beautiful views back over the causeway and across the surrounding countryside. On the way, stop to enjoy the intricate stone carvings that adorn nearly every surface of the temple, with some 1,700 Apsaras, or celestial dancers, sculpted from the walls. Along the outer gallery walls run the longest continuous bas-relief in the world, which narrates stories from Hindu mythology, including the famous Churning of the Ocean of Milk. Angkor Wat is stunning at any time of the day, but sunrise and sunset are especially beautiful times to watch the play of light on the stones.
Visit Angkor Thom
The fortified city of Angkor Thom covers an area of 10 square km. Enclosed by a wall and wide moats; the city includes many of Angkor s most popular sights. Enter by the monumental South Gate over a causeway lined on either side by statues of demons and gods, each carrying a giant naga. Continue to the Terrace of the Elephants and the Terrace of the Leper Kings, former spaces for public ceremonies, both adorned with dramatic bas reliefs. Visit the ruined Baphuon, Royal Enclosure and Phimeanakas before continuing to the mysterious Bayon Temple. In this temple, one of the most popular and compelling in Angkor, explore the galleries of beautifully preserved bas reliefs and ascend narrow stairs to reach the central sanctuary, where giant stone faces smiling enigmatically down from every angle
Overnight : Siem Reap
Meal : Breakfast (Hotel)
DAY 03 : SIEM REAP
Khmer for a day
Depart your Hotel and drive to Kompheim village. When you arrive you will take an ox cart ride through the village and even learn how to drive! You will then meet the host family who you will be working with today and take part in whatever seasonal activity is happening at the time. You will meet another family to prepare a delicious Khmer lunch from fresh ingredients that will be purchased from the local families in the neighborhood. After lunch take a short walk to see the rest of the village including the HUSK community school and workshop and learn about our bottle building projects. Transfer back to town by mid-afternoon.
Overnight : Siem Reap
Meal : Breakfast (Hotel)
DAY 04 : SIEM REAP
Transfer
Overnight : x
Meal : Breakfast (Hotel)
NOTE
* Above prices are current as of today but will be subject to any additional airfare and fuel increases that occur without our prior notice, and we reserve the right to adjust our quotes accordingly.
* The exchange rates above are for reference use only and are subject to change without prior notice. Please contact us foreign currency for applicable rates before transaction.
* An additional surcharge may be applicable for bookings that fall within the Peak Season dates; Christmas, New Year and Water Festival. In these cases, ORIENTAL ESCAPE will automatically apply the additional charge and advise you immediately.